Marco Melandri and Leon Haslam completed a three-day test at Jerez in preperation for the 2012 FIM Superbike World Championship. The BMW Motorrad Motorsport team will return to the track for another testing session next week in Portimao.
The BMW team had sunshine and dry track throughout the testing, giving both Melandri and Haslam a prime opportunity to set the 2012 BMW S 1000 RR.
"This test went really well," said Haslam. "We made some good progress over these three days. We did a lot of development for next season and here we have been able to tick many boxes on our things-to-do-list.
"We also worked very productively regarding engine mapping and ride dynamic strategies. Overall, the team spirit is really high. We have a few new people in the garage and everyone is working together very well. Now we are looking forward to another three days in Portugal."
The BMW Motorrad motorsport team will get back on the track at Portimao for another three day testing session.
"That was a very successful test for us," said BMW Motorrad Motorsport Director Bernhard Gobmeier. "We were able to complete an extensive test program and gather important data and information in all areas of the bike.
"We have seen that we are on the right track with our 2012 version of the RR. We have another three test days with a packed schedule ahead of us in Portimão next week. The knowledge gained in Spain and Portugal will form an important basis for the 'homework' that lies ahead in the coming weeks before the season starts at Phillip Island in February."
